Nearest announced facelift
H1 2027
Mercedes-Benz C-Class · Australia
Quick read
Newest selected SUV
2026
Third-generation Audi Q3
Next GLA generation
2027
Hybrid and electric versions announced
Cost reference
5 yr / 75k
15,000 km/year · service plans shown as sold
Generation, uplift and retirement outlook
This is a snapshot of the named models in the two comparison pages. Confirmed announcements are separated from attributed reporting; no end-of-production date is inferred where a manufacturer has not given one.
Sedans
| Model family | Current generation / latest change | Next public change | Retirement outlook |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mercedes-Benz CLA | All-new third generation arrived in Australia in 2026 with 48 V hybrid and battery-electric variants. | New generation No further uplift announced. | No retirement announced for this newly launched generation. |
| Mercedes-Benz C-Class | W206 combustion sedan has been sold locally since 2021; the new electric C-Class uses a separate EV platform. | Uplift announced The combustion W206 receives its largest technical update to date; Australia is scheduled for H1 2027. The electric C-Class is also expected locally in H1 2027. | The C-Class nameplate continues. Current combustion grades transition to the updated W206; Australian grades are not yet confirmed. |
| BMW 2 Series Gran Coupé | F74 launched in Australia in 2025. BMW calls it a new generation; launch reporting describes a substantial rework of the F44. | Current model No successor or next uplift announced. | No retirement date announced. |
| BMW 3 Series / M3 | G20 combustion family remains current; the electric i3 began the eighth-generation 3 Series family on Neue Klasse underpinnings. | G50 reveal scheduled BMW has set the global reveal for 30 September 2026. The i3 is due in Australia in early 2027; G50 Australian launch timing is unannounced. | Media reporting says G20 production is expected to end in October 2026 as G50 arrives. Treat the end date as reported, not a published BMW Australia retirement notice; no M3 successor timing is announced. |
| Audi A3 / S3 Sedan | Fourth-generation 8Y debuted globally in 2020; facelifted cars reached Australia in 2025. | Technology uplift announced A new cockpit and driver-assistance features are expected in Australia in H1 2027. The global update is reported without mechanical changes; local details are TBA. | No retirement date announced for the current generation. |
Sources: CarExpert · new CLACarExpert · updated C-Classcarsales · 2 Series Gran Coupécarsales · i3 and next 3 SeriesAudi Australia · A3 SedanAudi Magazine · A3 uplift
Small SUVs
| Model family | Current generation / latest change | Next public change | Retirement outlook |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mercedes-Benz GLA | Second-generation H247, introduced in 2020 and subsequently refreshed. | New generation revealed Third-generation GLA is confirmed for Australia in 2027 with hybrid and electric power. | The current GLA is expected to be replaced in 2027. The separate EQA electric nameplate is being folded into the GLA range. |
| BMW X1 | Third-generation U11, launched in 2022. | MY26 powertrain update New sDrive20i mild hybrid and xDrive25e PHEV; outgoing sDrive18i and xDrive20i removed from the Australian line-up. | No next-generation or retirement date announced. |
| Audi Q3 SUV | All-new third generation launched in Australia in 2026 with 110, 150 and 195 kW petrol variants. | Current generation A Q3 PHEV remains under evaluation, not confirmed for Australia. | No uplift or end date announced. |
Sources: CarExpert · next GLAcarsales · MY26 X1 updateCarExpert · new Q3CarExpert · Q3 PHEV status
Maintenance and wear-item costs
Reference horizon: five years / 75,000 km at 15,000 km per year. BMW’s published basic package runs to 80,000 km. A plan price covers its stated scheduled work, not every repair or consumable.
| Model family | Published plan cost | Term / normal interval | Wear-item coverage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mercedes CLA | Mercedes Service Plan is available for 3, 4 or 5 years; price varies by vehicle and retailer. | Typically 12 months / approximately 25,000 km; confirm the specific car’s interval. | Scheduled service plan; tyres, wear parts and repairs require a separate quote. |
| Mercedes C-Class | Mercedes Service Plan is available for 3, 4 or 5 years; price varies by vehicle and retailer. | Typically 12 months / approximately 25,000 km. | Confirm AMG and PHEV eligibility and price by VIN; wear items are separate. |
| Mercedes GLA | Mercedes Service Plan is available for 3, 4 or 5 years; price varies by vehicle and retailer. | 12 months / approximately 25,000 km. | Scheduled service plan; tyres, wear parts and repairs require a separate quote. |
| BMW 2 Series Gran Coupé | $2,470 · Service Inclusive Basic | 5 years / 80,000 km; service needs are triggered by Condition Based Service. | Basic covers scheduled service. Service Inclusive Plus adds selected brake/clutch wear items and wipers; Plus price is personalised. |
| BMW 3 Series | $2,575 · Service Inclusive Basic for regular 3 Series. | 5 years / 80,000 km; service needs are triggered by Condition Based Service. | M3 rates are separate; request an exact quote. Basic does not cover normal wear items. |
| BMW X1 | $2,495 · Service Inclusive Basic | 5 years / 80,000 km; service needs are triggered by Condition Based Service. | Basic is scheduled servicing; Service Inclusive Plus may cover brake pads/discs, clutch and wipers at a personalised price. |
| Audi A3 / S3 | Latest public reference located: A3 $2,520 / S3 $2,850 for a 5-year plan (2025 pricing); obtain a current MY26 quote. | 5-year plan; 12 months / 15,000 km. | Audi plan covers scheduled work; wear-and-tear items and additional repairs are excluded. |
| Audi Q3 | $3,330 · 5-year / 75,000 km plan reported for the 2026 Q3. | 12 months / 15,000 km; five scheduled services over this term. | Wear-and-tear items and additional repair work are excluded. |
Plan sources: Mercedes-Benz Australia · Service Plan termsBMW Australia · Service Inclusive pricingBMW Service Inclusive Plus wear coverageCarExpert · A3 service-plan referenceCarExpert · S3 service-plan referenceGoAuto · Q3 service planAudi Australia · plan terms
Wear items: representative tyre costs
| Representative fitment | Size | From / tyre | Four-tyre set |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mercedes GLA 200 / 250 | 235/50 R19 | $185 | $740 |
| Mercedes GLA 250 e | 235/55 R18 | $175 | $700 |
| BMW X1 sDrive20i | 225/55 R18 | $169 | $676 |
| BMW X1 xDrive25e | 245/45 R19 | $205 | $820 |
| Audi Q3 TFSI 110 / 150 | 255/45 R19 | $209 | $836 |
| Audi Q3 TFSI 195 | 255/40 R20 | $209 | $836 |
These are retailer “from” prices, not quality-matched tyres or a 5-year replacement forecast. Options and tyre placards vary by vehicle; verify fitment, load/speed rating, stock and current price before ordering. No number of replacement sets is assumed for 75,000 km.
Brake wear · standard European vehicles
A Melbourne workshop benchmark puts pads at about $450–$1,100 per axle; replacing discs adds roughly $250–$700 per axle. Performance AMG/M variants may cost more.
Wear-plan differences
BMW Service Inclusive Plus can cover brake pads/discs and wipers at an individually priced package. Mercedes and Audi scheduled plans do not make tyre replacement part of the standard service total.
Why there is no single 5-year total
Tyre/brake life depends on wheel package, driving style, roads and regenerative braking. The scheduled plan is the predictable cost; wear figures here are per-event reference points.
Tyre examples: 235/50 R19235/55 R18225/55 R18245/45 R19255/45 R19255/40 R20Tyre Doctors · brake benchmark
Company direction
Mercedes-Benz
The current strategy pairs a broader electrified model range with continued combustion and PHEV choices. MMA models support both 48 V hybrids and EVs, while the C-Class EV uses a dedicated electric architecture.
- The 2025–26 product offensive emphasizes software (MB.OS), electrification and the top-end segment.
- Mercedes-Benz’s 2026 AGM materials target an electrified-vehicle share of about 40% in the medium term.
BMW
BMW describes its approach as technology-neutral: ICE, PHEV and BEV choices continue while Neue Klasse introduces new EV architecture, battery, software and electronics.
- The i3 BEV and combustion 3 Series are planned as parallel paths rather than one immediate replacement.
- BMW has announced more than 40 new or updated models across powertrains by 2027.
Audi
“Mission Vorsprung” emphasizes product clarity, design, digital experience and more disciplined costs while keeping a flexible near-term mix of BEV, ICE and PHEV offerings.
- Audi describes an electric core portfolio as the long-term direction, while new combustion and plug-in models continue through the transition.
- The 2026 Q3 range is an example of offering several combustion power levels while evaluating a local PHEV.
Other factors worth comparing
Useful next comparisons
- ANCAP rating year and whether the rating remains current for the exact generation.
- Real-world fuel use, PHEV charging access and EV range in the owner’s commute.
- Warranty coverage and roadside-assistance terms, not just the headline duration.
- Insurance premiums and depreciation/resale data.
- Standard safety/comfort equipment versus paid option packs.
- Dealer/service access, tyre/brake sizes, towing limits and repair-part availability.
How to read this page
Only manufacturer announcements and attributed reporting are used for future timing. “Reported” does not mean a confirmed Australian launch or production end date.
Service-plan amounts are published reference prices, not a guaranteed dealer quote. Wear-item figures are examples, not a predicted 5-year invoice.
Sources & limitations
- The reference cost horizon is five years / 75,000 km. BMW’s Basic plan is sold as 5 years / 80,000 km; actual services may be triggered by Condition Based Service.
- Mercedes Service Plan pricing is model/retailer-specific and is not publicly listed for every current variant. Audi A3/S3 service amounts are the latest public 2025 references found, not confirmed 2026 prices.
- BMW Service Inclusive Basic prices do not include normal wear. M3 and Service Inclusive Plus pricing require a vehicle-specific quote.
- Mercedes/Audi wear items and repairs may be separately charged; verify what the selected service plan includes.
- Tyre prices are retailer “from” offers for representative sizes; wheel options, approved load/speed ratings, quality and local availability change the quote.
- Lifecycle and brand-strategy statements are a dated snapshot, not investment advice or a promise of future product availability.